Welcome
Discover 100 acres of wetlands, including our Saline Lagoon – one of the UK’s rarest and most unique habitats. Get set for an autumn adventure and see wildlife on the move as winter migration begins.
Your wetland centre
Get closer to nature than ever at Washington
This season's highlights
With wide-open spaces and wetlands full of the sights and sounds of nature, there's plenty to see and do.
Dramatic displays
Watch flocks of black-tailed godwit, curlew and teal gather
Marvellous mammals
Meet our adorable otters and enjoy watching their cheeky antics
Adventure awaits
Crunch leaves underfoot, splash in puddles and turn sticks into play things
"Absolutely wonderful day out enjoying the wetlands, stretching our legs and soaking in all of the sights and sounds of nature. We felt completely safe from start to finish.”
- Washington visitor, via Facebook -
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